American Gold Cup, famed equestrian contest, returning to North Salem

7:19 PM,
Feb. 21, 2013

A rider warms up at Old Salem Farm in North Salem.

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A national equestrian competition that made headlines when it came to North Salem last year is promising wider exposure for northern Westchester's horse country in 2013 with plans by NBC to broadcast the event.

The American Gold Cup, which will be held at Old Salem Farm again in September, will feature some of the world's best horse jumpers, including 2012 Olympian McLain Ward of Brewster.

"The event will attract 10,000 riders and spectators to Westchester County, adding more than an estimated $6 million to the local economy," County Executive Robert Astorino said in a release. "NBC will ...